MIC Injections in Waterbury, CT
Compounded products (required on methylcobalamin, NAD+, MIC, and any compounded L-carnitine) This is a compounded preparation made by a licensed pharmacy for an individual patient on a prescription. Compounded preparations are not FDA-approved. The FDA has not evaluated them for safety, effectiveness, or quality. Nothing on this page is a claim that this injection treats, prevents, or improves any condition.
What is in a MIC injection?
MIC stands for methionine, inositol, and choline. These are nutrients the body uses in normal metabolism. Some clinics call combinations like this “lipotropic.” That is a marketing term with no FDA definition; it does not mean the injection has been shown to cause fat loss.
What do we know?
The FDA has not approved this combination for any use. We are not aware of large, well-controlled human trials showing that MIC injections cause weight loss or any other health benefit.We do not make that claim. We do not make that claim.
Weight management at InHouse Medical
If you want help with weight, the approaches with strong evidence are the ones we start with: a medical evaluation, nutrition and activity planning, and, when appropriate, FDA-approved medicines. See our weight loss page. Your provider can discuss MIC injections alongside these if you are interested.
How we approach it
Consultation
with a licensed provider
Honest discussion
of what is known, unknown, and the alternatives
Prescription
only if your provider decides it is appropriate
Who may not be a candidate
People who are pregnant or breastfeeding, or who have liver, kidney, or gallbladder conditions, or allergies to any ingredient, may not be candidates.
Cost
Generally not covered by insurance.
Injection Risks
Injections can cause pain, bruising, redness, or swelling at the site, and, rarely, infection or an allergic reaction. Tell your provider about allergies, current medicines, pregnancy or breastfeeding, and any medical conditions before treatment.
Common Questions
Is MIC FDA-approved?
No. It is a compounded preparation.
Will MIC help me lose weight?
We do not make that claim. Evidence for fat loss from this combination is limited.
What does "lipotropic" mean??
It is a marketing term, not a medical one.
Where does it come from?
A licensed compounding pharmacy, on your prescription.
Is it covered by insurance?
Generally no.
Consultation and Eligibility
Treatment is offered only after a consultation with a licensed provider who decides whether it is appropriate for you. Not everyone is a candidate.
This page is for general education and is not medical advice. It does not replace a visit with a licensed provider.